The Affidavit Of Discrepancy In Name is a crucial legal instrument in Nigerian jurisdiction used when an individual needs to formally address and resolve inconsistencies in how their name appears across various official documents. These discrepancies might arise from marriage, clerical errors, cultural naming practices, or other circumstances. The document is commonly required for administrative and legal processes such as passport applications, property transactions, banking operations, or employment documentation. It must be properly executed before authorized officials in accordance with the Oaths Act and related Nigerian legislation. The affidavit includes personal information, detailed explanation of the name variation, supporting documentation, and a formal sworn statement confirming that the different names refer to the same person.

1. Title and Venue: States the document type and jurisdiction where the affidavit is being sworn

2. Deponent Information: Full details of the person making the affidavit, including current legal name, address, occupation, and religion (relevant for oath-taking in Nigeria)

3. Declaration of Truth: Standard declaration that the statements made are true and accurate

4. Current Name Statement: Clear statement of the current name being used and how it appears on current official documents

5. Discrepant Name Statement: Details of the different versions of the name that appear in various documents

6. Explanation of Discrepancy: Clear explanation of how the name discrepancy occurred

7. Identity Confirmation: Declaration that all names refer to the same person

8. Purpose Statement: Specific reason for requiring the affidavit and how it will be used

9. Prayer/Request: Formal request to accept both names as referring to the same person

10. Jurat: Official certification by the authorized official (commissioner for oaths/notary public) who administered the oath